VDLT17 - Support pour écran plat SANUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Tilt Wall Mount for Flat Panel Displays
Brand	Sanus
Model	VDLT17
Display Size Compatibility	23" to 50"
Maximum Weight Capacity	80 lbs (36 kg)
VESA Patterns	100x100mm to 400x400mm
Tilt Range	+5° to -15°
Material	Steel (powder-coated)
Color	Black
Wall Plate Dimensions	20.5" x 5.1" (520 x 130 mm)
Mounting Profile (from wall)	1.8" to 2.5" (46 to 64 mm)
Leveling	Post-installation micro-adjustment
Installation	Single stud mount or two studs
Included Hardware	Mounting brackets, screws, spacers, and wall anchors
Product Weight	5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Safety Features	Anti-tipping safety screw
Warranty	5 years

Frequently Asked Questions - VDLT17 SANUS

What is the maximum TV size for the Sanus VDLT17 mount?

The Sanus VDLT17 supports flat panel displays from 23 to 50 inches, with a maximum weight of 80 lbs (36 kg).

What VESA patterns does the VDLT17 support?

It accommodates VESA patterns from 100x100mm to 400x400mm, covering most standard TVs.

Can I tilt the TV after installation?

Yes, the mount offers a tilt range of +5° to -15°, allowing you to adjust the viewing angle.

Does the mount require a single or double stud?

The VDLT17 can be mounted to a single stud or two studs on 16-inch centers, depending on your wall configuration.

What tools are needed for installation?

You will need a drill, level, socket wrench (or screwdriver), and the provided hex key. The mount includes all hardware.

Is the mount compatible with curved TVs?

The VDLT17 is designed for flat panel displays. Curved TVs may not fit properly due to the flat bracket design.

How far from the wall does the TV sit?

The profile from the wall is 1.8 to 2.5 inches (46-64 mm), providing a low-profile appearance.

Can I level the TV after mounting?

Yes, the mount includes micro-adjustment for leveling after the TV is attached.

Does the mount come with a warranty?

Yes, it comes with a 5-year limited warranty from Sanus.

Is the mount safe for on-wall use?

The VDLT17 includes an anti-tipping safety screw and is designed for secure installation on wood studs or concrete.

USER MANUAL VDLT17 SANUS

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VDLT17

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Follow this step-by-step instruction manual to speed up your installation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please read through these instructions completely to be sure you're comfortable with this easy install process.

Check your TV owner's manual to see if there are any special requirements for mounting your TV.

If you do not understand these instructions or have doubts about the safety of the installation, assembly or use of this product, contact Customer Service.

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!

• This product is designed ONLY to be installed into wood stud, solid concrete or concrete block or steel stud walls. — DO NOT INSTALL INTO DRYWALL ALONE — DRYWALL ALONE WILL NOT HOLD THE WEIGHT OF YOUR TV.
• This product is designed for INDOOR USE ONLY.
• The wall must be capable of supporting five times the weight of the TV and mount combined.
• Do not use this product for any purpose not explicitly specified by manufacturer.
  ● Manufacturer is not responsible for damage or injury caused by incorrect assembly or use.

TV Weight Limit

(including accessories)

DO NOT EXCEED

For Wood Stud

Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Walls

For Steel Stud Walls

If your TV, plus accessories, weighs MORE than indicated, this mount is NOT compatible.

Visit SANUS.com or call customer service to find a compatible mount.

Wall Construction

ONLY install on these acceptable wall types.

Unsure

Call Customer Service

CAUTION:

DO NOT install in drywall alone

Drywall alone will NOT hold the weight of your TV.

Wood studs

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ACCEPTABLE A

Solid concrete or concrete block

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CEPTABLE

Steel studs

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Steel stud kit SSMK1 is required for install, but NOT INCLUDED.

Call Customer Service

Tools Needed

Measure

Pencil Level

ScrewdriverTape

Electric Drill

Socket Wrench

Stud Finder

Awl Awl

Drill Bit Drill Bit

Hammer

s

Stud Finder

Dimensions in. [mm]

TV INTERFACE

3-D

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WALL PLATE

TOP VIEW - EXTENDED

SIDE VIEW - EXTENDED

FULLY ASSEMBLED MOUNT

TOP VIEW - RETRACTED

SIDE VIEW RETRACTED

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Remove the stand from

your TV — if attached.

Install any accessories you may have purchased, if they require TV removal prior to assembly. The TV is removable for future accessory purchases.

Protect the face of your TV when laying it down for installation.

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ATTACH TV BRACKET TO TVSTEP 1

Parts and Hardware for STEP 1

WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed. Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included

and undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, do not return the damaged item to your dealer; contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!

NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.

TV Screws

(qty. 4 each) [Only one size fits your TV]

M6

M8

Washers

(qty. 4)

M6/M8 M6/M8

Spacers

[If necessary]

(qty. 4 ea

TV Bracket

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Left TV E

(qty. 1)

Right TV Bracket
05 (qty. 1)

CAUTION: Avoid potential

personal injury or property damage!

* The TV brackets contain potential pinch points during operation.

Keep fingers away from

pinch points when

retracting the TV. (arrows)

1.1 Select TV

Screw Diameter

Only one screw size fits your TV.

M6

M8

O

NOTE: If your TV

included inset spacers or adapters, use them UNDER the mount hardware.

1.2 Select TV Screw Length / Spacers

NO SPACER SPACER

- Flat Back TV

[TV brackets lay flat on your TV]

Use short TV screws 01

Spacers 03 not needed.

- Flat Back TV with Extra Space Needed

[for deep inset holes or cable interference]

• Rounded or Irregular Back TV

[TV brackets NOT resting flat on your TV]

Use long TV screws 01 and spacers 03 to create extra space between the TV and TV bracket.

Inset Holes

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CAUTION: Verify adequate thread engagement

with your screw 01, washer 02, spacer 03

combination AND TV bracket 04/05

— Too short will not hold your TV.

— Too long will damage your TV.

Too Short

Too Long

Correct

1.3 Attach TV Bracket Assembly to TV

TIP:
The tilt tension knob Ⓣ on TV brackets 04 / 05 should be oriented to the outside edges.

CAUTION: Brackets should be parallel with one another.

STEP 2

ATTACH WALL PLATE TO WALL

Parts and Hardware for STEP 2

WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed. Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, do not return the damaged item to your dealer; contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!

NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.

08
(qty. 4)

For concrete installations ONLY

CAUTION: Do not use in drywall or wood

Concrete Anchor

(qty. 4)

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Fischer UX10 x 60R

Hex Key

STEP 2A

Wood Stud Installation

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!

• Drywall covering the wall must not exceed 5/8 in. (1.5 cm)
  • Minimum wood stud size: nominal 2 x 4 in. (5.1 x 10.2 cm) actual 1 ½ x 3 ½ in. (3.8 x 8.9 cm)
  • Minimum horizontal space between fasteners:16 in. (40.6 cm)
  • Stud centers must be verified

TIP:
To calculate your precise wall plate location, check out our HeightFinder at sanus.com [www.sanus.com/1172].

CAUTION:
Be sure you drill into the CENTER of the stud.

STEP 2B

Solid Concrete or Concrete Block Installation

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!

• Mount the wall plate 07 directly onto the concrete surface
  • Minimum solid concrete thickness: 8 in. (20.3 cm)
  • Minimum concrete block size: 8 x 8 x 16 in. (20.3 x 20.3 x 40.6 cm)
  • Minimum horizontal space between fasteners: 16 in. (40.6 cm)
• For concrete applications, TV brackets 04/05 must remain centered in wall plate 07. Keep this in mind when selecting the wall plate location

STEP 2C

Steel Stud Installation

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!

• Studs must be at least 2x4 / 25 ga.
- If back side of wall is unfinished, drywall must be installed to a minimum of one stud left and right of the stud(s) being used to install the mount
- Drywall must be a minimum of 1/2 in. (13 mm) thick on each side of the studs, and a minimum clearance of 1 18 in. (48 mm) behind the wall is required
• This product must be centered on the studs
- Stud type and structural strength must conform to the North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members [362 S 125 18, C-Shape, S - Stud Section]
- Drywall must be secured to studs with screws 12 in. (304.8 mm) on center

TIP:
To calculate your precise wall plate location, check out our Height Finder at sanus.com [www.san.us/1172].

CAUTION:
Be sure you drill into the CENTER of the stud.

STEP 3

ATTACH TV TO WALL PLATE

HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
The TV brackets contain potential pinch points during operation. Keep fingers away from pinch points when retracting the TV. (see arrows)

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
For CONCRETE APPLICATIONS: TV brackets 04 / 05 MUST remain centered in wall plate 07
NOTE: For WOOD STUD APPLICATIONS, TV brackets 04 / 05 can be slid anywhere along wall plate 07 for optimal positioning of your TV.

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!
Always make sure TV brackets 04 / 05 are in the locked position so the TV is securely fastened to the wall plate 07.

MANAGE CABLES

TIP:

Extend the TV outward AND tilt the TV up or down to gain better access to the back of the TV.

ADJUSTMENTS

LEVEL

To level your TV, turn the level adjustment screw Ⓞ on the top of either TV bracket 04 / 05 to raise or lower that respective side of the TV.

HEIGHT

Adjust the height by turning the level adjustment screw Ⓢ on the top of both TV brackets 04 / 05.

SIDE-TO-SIDE SHIFT

HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!

For Concrete Applications, TV brackets 04 / 05 must be centered between the marks on the wall plate rail 07.

For Wood Stud Installations ONLY: Slide the TV left or right along the wall plate 07 to reposition.

Align the brackets between the two lines on the wall plate for minimum profile depth.

TILT

Your TV should adjust easily when moved, then stay in place.

Adjust the tilt tension knob Ⓣ if your TV naturally tilts up or down.

NOTE: If you do not intend to adjust the for different viewing locations, you can then the tilt tension knobs Ⓣ to prevent wanted movement.

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EXTEND

RETRACT

CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injury or property damage!

The TV brackets contain potential pinch points during operation. Keep fingers away from pinch points when retracting the TV. (see arrows)

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SWIVEL

REMOVING THE TV

1. Disconnect all cables.
2. To unlock the TV from the wall plate: Lift the release latch Ⓡ on both brackets.
3. Lift the TV up and off of wall plate

NOTE: To rehang the TV, follow the procedures in STEP 3 on PAGE 9.

HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step.

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